US confirms Ukraine used Patriot to down Russia’s valuable A-50 radar plane in January – Euromaidan Press
This recent revelation that Ukraine used a Patriot system to down Russia’s valuable A-50 radar plane in January is truly astounding. The risk that Ukraine took by moving a Patriot battery so close to the front lines paid off in a big way. The loss of such a high-tech asset like the A-50 is a massive blow to Russia, especially when considering the expertise and resources required to procure and operate these radar planes. It’s no wonder that this strike was deemed historic by air defense experts, highlighting the rare and impressive nature of the operation.
The fact that the US has confirmed Ukraine’s successful use of the Patriot system to take down the A-50 speaks volumes about Ukraine’s advanced defense capabilities and tactical prowess in the conflict.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker